Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Matthew 3:1

God is never-changing, yet He likes to change things. He wants to shift things in our lives and our generation, bringing fresh visitations, new openness, deep brokenness, and a focus on Jesus.

In this three-day devotional plan, Dr. LaDonna C. Osborn explores God’s promises of a Savior who would come to redeem His people and give us peace. From the garden of Eden to Isaiah, from John the Baptist to Peter, we learn how the gospel of the good news of the Prince of Peace can inspire us today.

What’s the point of revival? Is it real? What does it really mean? In this 3-day devotional, you’ll discover the deeper purpose of revival and how it can ignite your heart and mind to stay focused on the cross of Christ.

In the overlooked moments and routines of our day, we can become aware of God's presence in surprising ways—embracing the sacred in the ordinary, and the ordinary in the sacred. In Liturgy of the Ordinary, Tish Harrison Warren explores daily life through the lens of liturgy—small practices, and habits that form us. Come and discover the holiness of your every day.

Baptism is the seventh in a series of studies that help you establish a strong biblical foundation as a follower of Jesus. In this plan, we look at what the Bible says about the meaning of baptism and when you should be baptized. This plan is particularly for followers of Jesus who have not yet been baptized.

In 100 carefully selected passages from the Bible, you will discover who Jesus is and why he is so significant – even life-transforming. Through both Old and New Testament readings, you will discover why God sent Jesus, what Jesus taught, how he treated people, why he did miracles, the meaning of his death, the significance of his resurrection, and what the Bible says about his second coming.

Our Saviour King came into this world not riding on a horse, surrounded by an army, wearing armor, or crowned with a golden crown. No, our Saviour came into the world as a baby, unexpected, unannounced, and unexceptionally. We hope that through this plan, as you reflect on the meaning of the birth of Jesus Christ, you’ll be reminded that Christmas isn’t just an event in history to be remembered.

John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus's life and ministry. This 5-day series traces John's testimony through readings from the Gospels. Just as John was sent to prepare the way for Jesus and point people to him, we have the privilege of also pointing others to Christ. As you prepare for Christmas, these devotionals will help you see how you can be a vessel of God’s love.

No Flow No Grow is a five-day Bible study focusing on our spiritual heart, lungs, blood, and—most importantly—the spiritually brokenhearted. The overall emphasis is on aligning one’s heart with God's will and seeking His presence.

This devotional invites you to experience Jesus through five songs: "King of Heaven," "Sing His Name," "Holy and Anointed One," "No One Like You," and "Now Until Forever." Each day blends moments of stillness, Scripture, reflection, and practical steps, focusing on Jesus as the way, the truth, and the life. Discover how His beauty transforms us and the world, and be inspired to join His work of restoration. Through worship, reflection, and action, let this devotional help you encounter God’s love and respond with your whole life, celebrating His goodness—now and forever.

Wherever you are in your Christian journey, know that the Bible is for you. If you are new to God’s Word or have spent years reading Scripture, the Bible is for you. This reading plan introduces you to the first five books of the New Testament, giving you a bigger window into the beauty, goodness, and truth of the Bible. It is a gift, and it is meant to meet you right where you are.

What if your prayers could transform your entire city? Discover the biblical blueprint for preparing the way for God's presence and salvation to move powerfully through your community. Through fasting, prayer, and intentional blessing, you'll learn how to become a catalyst for spiritual breakthrough in the place God has positioned you. Join this journey to see heaven touch earth.

After 400 years of silence, God's voice broke through the wilderness once again. John the Baptist—the promised forerunner and the last Old Testament prophet—announced the beginning of the gospel: a call to repentance, the arrival of God's Kingdom, and the revelation of Christ as its center. This 5-day reading plan explores the three pillars of his message—not as religious ideas, but as a divine summons that calls for a response and has the power to transform your life.

John the Baptist's call for repentance still speaks to us today! What does authentic repentance look like? This is part two of eight in the "Jesus, I Need You" series by Thistlebend. The plans in this series can be done in any order. See also "Jesus, I Need You" (companion prayer).

Matthew writes to God’s people and walks them on a journey that will take them from where they are to be Disciple Makers. This is the 2nd of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew. Hearing God speak or doing what God requires is more difficult than we realise – because life can be complicated. Watch how people do it.

Deeper into Scripture is a methodology of scripture reading that instructs, encourages and equips people to read God’s Word daily and deeply. We have created a unique four-fold method of bible reading that directs the individual to read a short passage of scripture four times. Each reading is done with a different question, instruction or objective to be considered. This repetitive reading and instruction takes us deeply into the Word of God and draws us closer to Him.

This series – “Gracious Jesus” is a deep dive into the life and teachings of Jesus from the gospels. Historical context is brought in to enrich and bring a more accurate dimension of the context of Jesus’ life. Most importantly, if we are receptive to the Spirit, He opens our spiritual eyes to see God, the world around and ourselves with completely new perspectives.

Are you desiring something new in your life? A new leaf, a change in a chapter of behaviors, or simply starting fresh in an area of living? Lord Jesus is all about doing new things. The Unchanging One loves to change things up. Let the Holy Spirit encourage you as you begin a new day, a new year, or a new pathway forward. Let's go!

God’s Spirit dwells within you—filling you with His power to live out God’s purpose! He is like the very breath of life in your lungs, leading you to live a fruitful life. Join Andrew and Wendy for this 7-day series and begin to experience a thriving life with the Holy Spirit.

Jesus told His disciples that He would give them the keys of the kingdom. But what are these keys, what is their purpose, and how do we use them? In this 7-day devotional plan from Steve McCracken, discover the difference between logos master keys and rhema individual keys, and be equipped to partner with God’s intention to see His kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven!

This is a plan to read if you’re thinking about being baptized. Baptism is an incredible step to take in following Christ and a powerful way God will work in you. This 8-day plan will walk you through what the Bible says about baptism, challenge some misconceptions, walk you through some differences that churches have, and help you prepare for this amazing step of faith.

This plan traces the Exodus way theme through foundational stories in the Old Testament, key narratives about John the Baptist and Jesus, and other passages where all of creation experiences deliverance. Together, these passages present the exodus not as one event but as God’s primary way of rescue—a way out of darkness, through transformation, and into new life.

What we believe about the gospel is of eternal consequence, but it also sets the course of your life on earth. So, what is the gospel? Matthew tells the story of how Jesus came to fulfil all the promises and purposes of God with Israel. He shows how Jesus walked through Israel's history to complete God’s grand saving plan. We are so familiar with the parables and miracles in Matthew’s Gospel, but we've overlooked the majestic story the evangelist shares. It’s both comforting and challenging, and will truly blow your mind.

This plan was inspired by a song entitled ‘The Dove’. It considers Scriptures from across the Bible, touching on Eden, Noah, Jesus and Pentecost. As we spend some days together considering the dove thematically, this plan gives some theology around the Trinity, especially considering the Creative work of the Holy Spirit, and wrestles with themes of Judgement, New Creation, sin, and grace. As we consider Pentecost, this plan gives a more robust understanding around the power and wonder of the creative work of the Spirit. If you're up for some meat, let's go.

Many believers love, worship, quote, and serve Jesus, yet still neglect the message He consistently preached: the Kingdom of God. Jesus did not begin His ministry by announcing a religion, denomination, or success formula, but by declaring that the Kingdom of heaven was at hand. This ten-day plan invites believers to return to the message Jesus preached, the prayer He taught, the mission He gave, and the Church He built. It reconnects salvation, healing, purpose, and transformation to God’s reign, rule, authority, culture, and eternal purpose in Christ.